Gaming: Ask the Internets

[beetiger]

So, if I have not actually played Portal, but am already familiar with the basic concept and the overall plot and spoilers...will I have trouble going straight to actually playing Portal 2 now? Or do I really need to go back and play through the original first?

Comments

[mmsword.livejournal.com]

You'll certainly want to play the first Portal. Not only does it do a very good job of getting you used to the basic mechanics of the game that'll be needed in Portal 2 but the narrative is kind of integral to the first.

One good thing though is that most digital copies of POrtal 2 came with a free copy of Portal 1, so odds are pretty good that some one can gift one to you for free. I know pathia has a free copy of the PC version she's been looking to give away.

[beetiger.livejournal.com]

I suppose if I am playing it with the intent to move right on, I can get a version that comes with the first one free myself, if I am organized about it.

[mmsword.livejournal.com]

Quite probably! Also, the first Portal is relatively short, so the time/benefit ratio is pretty high!

[pathia.livejournal.com]

I think you also get a copy of Portal 1 if you purchase it. If not, I have like 2-3copies of Portal 1 to give away.

[beetiger.livejournal.com]

I;d love to arrange to get a copy from you. Drop me a private message to discuss details?